The Seattle Mariners have placed shortstop J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain. The move is retroactive to Wednesday, when Crawford was scratched before the game at Texas due to soreness. Infielder Leo Rivas has been selected from Triple-A Tacoma in a corresponding transaction.
The Vancouver Whitecaps will play host to Wrexham AFC at BC Place on July 27, the clubs announced Thursday. The match is set to be a special occasion for actor and co-chairman of Wrexham AFC, Ryan Reynolds, who was formerly a resident of Vancouver and has been a supporter of the Whitecaps. Both Reynolds and Whitecaps chief executive officer and sporting director Axel Schuster shared their enthusiasm for the unique opportunity.
Virat Kohli maintained his stellar form as an opener in the 2024 Indian Premier League, smashing his 53rd half-century in the tournament during Royal Challengers Bangalore’s match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Kohli’s knock guided RCB to a formidable total, further solidifying his position as a key contributor for the team.
MMA has witnessed its fair share of bizarre and unforgettable moments. From fighters vomiting on the mat to infamous fights and post-fight altercations, here are 12 crazy incidents that stand out:
Naomi Osaka’s quest for a strong clay-court season hit a roadblock in the second round of the Madrid Open, where she fell to Liudmila Samsonova in a thrilling three-set encounter. Osaka, who holds four Grand Slam titles, fought valiantly but ultimately succumbed 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 to the 15th-seeded Russian.
Sky Sports pundits Simeon Gholam and David Prutton have provided their predictions for the upcoming Championship match between QPR and Leeds United. Gholam believes QPR will secure a vital victory, while Prutton predicts a draw.
Delhi Capitals (DC) have signed Afghan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib as a replacement for injured Australian Mitchell Marsh in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Naib, who will make his IPL debut, has impressive T20I credentials with two half-centuries in the recent India-Afghanistan series. Despite Marsh’s absence for the season, DC’s head coach Ricky Ponting has expressed optimism about the team’s performance.
ASTON VILLA, Tottenham, and Chelsea are fortunate to have two fixtures to fulfill in Gameweek 33. Accordingly, Dream Team managers are scouring these clubs for the most promising transfer targets. While Ollie Watkins and Cole Palmer are standout options due to their two fixtures, managers should also consider Son Heung-min, Leon Bailey, Moussa Diaby, and Alexander Isak. Villa’s Bailey and Diaby are both capable of providing significant returns, while Newcastle’s Isak is poised to feast on Sheffield United’s notoriously weak defense. Make sure to finalize your transfers before Saturday’s 11:30 am deadline to maximize your chances of success.
A new study has found that exercise can improve brain health. The study, which was published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, found that people who exercised regularly had better cognitive function and brain structure than those who did not exercise.
Despite recent setbacks, reigning World champion Ding Liren of China is determined to return to form in preparation for his upcoming match against 17-year-old FIDE Candidates winner D. Gukesh. Gukesh, while acknowledging Ding’s strength, expressed confidence in his own abilities, stating, “I think I’m ready for the challenge.”
